And, from World’s Healthiest Foods, “Vitamin C is the primary water-soluble antioxidant in the body disarming free radicals and preventing damage in the aqueous environment both inside and outside cells. Inside cells, a potential result of free radical damage to DNA is cancer. Especially in areas of the body where cellular turnover is especially rapid, such as the digestive system, preventing DNA mutations translates into preventing cancer. This is why a good intake of vitamin C is associated with a reduced risk of colon cancer.

Free radical damage to other cellular structures and other molecules can result in painful inflammation, as the body tries to clear out the damaged parts. Vitamin C, which prevents the free radical damage that triggers the inflammatory cascade, is thus also associated with reduced severity of inflammatory conditions, such as asthma, osteoarthritis, and rheumatoid arthritis.” [2]

These 7 fruits contain high amounts of vitamin C as well as other important vitamins and nutrients. And these fruits can be eaten in a salad, blended in a smoothie, juiced, or just eaten by themselves!

So, if you need to boost your immune system, these 7 powerful fruits will certainly help!

1) Organic Oranges

An average size orange contains approximately 70 mg of vitamin C. Oranges also provide good sources of fiber, calcium, B-vitamins, and folate.

They also contain choline and carotenoids.

Choline has been shown to help reduce inflammation and improve sleep, learning, and memory.

And carotenoids have antioxidant effects which have been shown to reduce the risk of cancer.

2) Organic Papayas

A small papaya contains about 95.6 mg of vitamin C. Also, this fruit is rich in vitamin A, B-vitamins, folate, fiber, and potassium.

Because of its many nutritional benefits, papaya is a natural remedy for many ailments, including heart disease and rheumatoid arthritis. Papaya also contains beta carotene, which has been proven to help reduce the risk of lung and mouth cancers.

And, did you know, that there are 212 amino acids in papayas and several enzymes that have anti-inflammatory effects on the stomach? This can be especially helpful if you have just had surgery as these enzymes will reduce swelling and fever that can develop post-surgery.

3) Organic Kiwis

Each average size kiwi contains 64 mg of vitamin C, which is over 100% of the daily recommended amount of 60 mg!

The amount of vitamin K in kiwis is excellent as well. Vitamin K is effective in optimal blood circulation.

And, besides being rich in vitamins C and K, kiwis are also good sources of vitamin A which is essential for healthy skin, bones, and tooth development.

Plus, kiwis are good sources of vitamin E, potassium, and copper. The copper in this fruit is especially helpful for children as it supports healthy development.

In addition, kiwi is rich in vitamin B6 which not only boosts your immune system, but is particularly important for the healthy development of fetuses and pregnant or breastfeeding women. Also important to pregnant women and their developing babies, is the folate in kiwi which protects against birth defects.

4) Organic Grapefruit

Besides being an excellent source of vitamin A and dietary fiber, 1 whole grapefruit contains about 76 mg of vitamin C which is 16 mg more than the recommended daily amount.

And grapefruit contains a wide assortment of other vitamins and minerals, including potassium.

Potassium is important for the make-up of cell and body fluids and is effective in controlling your heart rate and blood pressure.

5) Organic Guava Fruit

Guavas also contain good amounts of vitamin A, fiber, folate, potassium, and flavonoids including beta-carotene (shown to inhibit cancer), lutein, and cryptoxanthin (both are antioxidants).

Other important vitamins and minerals in guava fruit are:

– Vitamin B6

– Niacin

– Vitamin E

– Vitamin K

– Magnesium

– Manganese

– Copper

6) Organic Strawberries

The amount of vitamin C in 10 strawberries is about equal to one orange (70 mg of vitamin C). Strawberries are also rich in manganese, folate, and potassium.

Plus, strawberries do an amazing job at fighting free radical damage.

And besides being a great anti-cancer fruit, strawberries contain potential neurological disease-fighting and anti-aging compounds.

7) Organic Raspberries

Raspberries contain powerful antioxidants which work against free radicals. This inhibits tumor growth and decreases inflammation in the body. One cup of raspberries contains 32.2 mg of vitamin C.

Besides being a good source of vitamin C, raspberries also contain excellent amounts of manganese and dietary fiber. In addition, they are a very good source of copper, vitamin K, vitamin E, biotin, pantothenic acid, and folate.

And according to Medical News Today, “Raspberries are also a good source of polyphenols such as anthocyanin, flavonols, and ellagitannins, which decrease oxidative damage from free radicals and have shown potential in animal and human studies for preventing or reducing risk of chronic diseases including cancer and heart disease.” [3]

If you are looking to boost your immune system, these 7 powerful fruits will be sure to do the trick. Eat them plain, blend some into a smoothie, or juice them to reap the awesome benefits they give!

Hi! I'm Serena. I'm a woman who loves God, my family, and living in the mountains. I am dedicated to encouraging healthy lifestyles, supporting people with cancer, and helping everyone increase their faith and strength.